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2,484 ft
Distance
-233 ft
Descent
00:03:40
Avg time
-231 ft
Altitude change
5,160 ft
Altitude min
5,393 ft
Altitude max
5,393 ft
Altitude start
5,161 ft
Altitude end
-9.3%
Grade
-28.3%
Grade max
3.6%
Grade min
121 ft
Distance climb
1,952 ft
Distance down
410 ft
Distance flat
00:03:40
Avg time
Lower Drain Details
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Activities
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- Trail Running
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Riding AreaBear Basin
McCall, Idaho -
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Voted DifficultyBlue (2 votes)
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Local Popularity90 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 65 in Trail Running
- 60 in Hiking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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Bike TypeDH
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Climb DifficultyBlack Diamond
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Physical RatingHard
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Dogs AllowedYes
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TTFs on TrailBerm, Jump
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Land OwnerPayette National Forest
more difficult downhill trail, more dirt jumps, less berms. Can be risky for beginner riders to get out of control.
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Traditionally Indigenous Territory
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Past Week
- 10 rides
- 9 miles average
6 Months
- 42 rides
- 10 miles avg distance
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- 401 rides
- Last: Jun 20, 2026
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Directions to lower-drain trailhead
(44.943600, -116.161840)
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Routes with this trail
★ 1.0 • 5 miles • 617 ft • 5 • Loop •
This route is great for a short ride, and offers a fun downhill to.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lower Drain
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Where is Lower Drain located?
Lower Drain is located in Bear Basin, McCall, Idaho, United States. It is part of the Bear Basin trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 44.9436, -116.16184.
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How hard is Lower Drain?
Lower Drain is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The physical rating is Hard. The average grade is 9.3%. The climb difficulty is rated Black Diamond.
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What is the elevation gain for Lower Drain?
The trail has 233 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 5,160 ft to 5,393 ft.
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How long is Lower Drain?
Lower Drain is 2,484 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
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